Effect of glucose on glycerol bioconversion by Lactobacillus reuteri.

The impact of glucose on glycerol metabolism, especially on 3-hydroxypropionaldehyde (3-HPA) accumulation by resting cells of Lactobacillus reuteri has been investigated. Two systems were used in the study: MRS(-) (modified MRS - omitting glucose, acetate and Tween 80) and distilled water (H(2)O). In MRS(-), addition of glucose enhanced glycerol metabolism in resting cells of L.